Eye on Africa - Kenyan cult leader sentenced to 200 years in prison
In tonight's edition, cult leader Paul Mackenzie is sentenced to 200 years in prison for the murder of 190 children starved to death on his orders. Also, in South Africa, activists warn that new data centres could put added pressure on already strained water and electricity supplies. And Sene»»»
French presidential election: How far-left Mélenchon became a Gen Z favourite
Far-left presidential candidate Jean-Luc Mélenchon presents his policy platform at a key rally near Paris on Saturday. A polarising figure for the general electorate, he is nonetheless beloved among France's youth, who are drawn to his progressive policy proposals and say he empowers them»»»
Live: France braces for more nationwide protests as Yellow Vests urge 'mass disobedience'
French unions and student groups are set to take to the streets for another day of protests on Saturday, while the Yellow Vests movement plans a separate rally in central Paris despite a ban by authorities. The demonstrations follow weeks of youth-led unrest and nationwide strikes that drew hundred»»»
Germany Draws The Line on Further Patriot Deliveries to Ukraine
Supplies, particularly of the Patriot air defense systems, are proving difficult, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius told journalists. Germany has already supplied Ukraine with several Patriot systems and a large number of guided missilesAnything Berlin delivers now cannot be replenished in th»»»
Ukraine Admits Critical Losses to Its Warehouse Infrastructure
At least 2.1 million square meters of warehouse space have been destroyed in Ukraine since February 2022 as a results of Russian strikes, according to a report by Ukraine's National Bank. In just three months, from July to September 2026, the strikes hit 153 facilities covering a total area of arou»»»
Iran:The Guardian of the Strait: Maham 7
Infographic by Abir Qanso Armed with a 150 kg explosive payload, the newly introduced Maham 7 is a high-tech seabed and limpet naval mine built to disrupt hostile vessels. Constructed from glass-fibre-reinforced plastic to scatter and deflect sonar waves, this advanced weapon utilizes a Smart Senso»»»
Infograph-Reader:The Guardian of the Strait: Maham 7
Infographic by Abir Qanso Armed with a 150 kg explosive payload, the newly introduced Maham 7 is a high-tech seabed and limpet naval mine built to disrupt hostile vessels. Constructed from glass-fibre-reinforced plastic to scatter and deflect sonar waves, this advanced weapon utilizes a Smart Senso»»»
Syria, France discuss confiscated assets of criminal Rifaat al-Assad
Paris, Nov. 7 (SANA) Director of the International Cooperation Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Qutaiba Kadish discussed the file of assets confiscated from criminal Rifaat al-Assad with France’s Special Envoy to Syria, Jean-François Guillaume. The two sides agreed to »»»
New Zealand sweep into Rugby League World Cup final
Newcastle, Australia: New Zealand saw off a gutsy Tonga 34-10 in an absorbing clash on Saturday to power into the Rugby League World Cup final for the first time since 2013. Briton Nikora, Dane Gagai, Casey McLean, Jahrome Hughes, Xavier Willison and Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad all crossed in a bruisin»»»
Just like cars, Chinese motorcycles out to conquer Europe
Rho, Italy: Just as with electric cars, Chinese motorcycle brands are roaring into European markets, with high-performance, cut-price models starting to make a name for themselves. At EICMA in Milan, Europe's biggest motorcycle show, visitors were jostling on Friday around the stand of CFMoto, one »»»
AlUla offers a journey through history, skies
ALULA: As the weather cools, AlUla is offering visitors and residents a range of heritage activities this November. The Royal Commission for AlUla recently inaugurated a new exhibition, “An Ongoing Story.” Open until Dec. 5 at Al-Jadidah Arts District, the exhibition showcases 25 archeological and »»»
Russia hits Kyiv and surrounding region in massive overnight strike
Moscow carried out missile and drone attacks on Kyiv and the surrounding region overnight Friday to Saturday, targeting energy infrastructure and killing at least one person while wounding eight, authorities said. Russia recently stepped up air strikes on Ukraine, worsening living condition»»»
Emergency warning issued as bushfire threatens parts of Western Australia's Kununurra
Sydney, Australia: The Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) in Western Australia issued a Bushfire Emergency Warning for parts of the Kimberley region on Saturday afternoon, urging residents to take immediate actions as a bushfire threatens lives and homes. The DFES stated that the high»»»
Draft State Budget 2027: Plenary sessions to kick off November 9
Tunis, Nov.7 (TAP) - The first joint plenary sessions between the Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP) and the National Council of Regions and Districts (CNRD), dedicated to examining the draft State Budget for 2027, will kick off on November...»»»
Zelensky Well Aware of Secret Torture Sites, But Will Never Admit It - Russia's Miroshnik
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Volodymyr Zelensky is well aware of the secret torture sites in Ukraine, but he will never admit to it, Russian Foreign Ministry Ambassador-at-Large Rodion Miroshnik told Sputnik on Saturday. "I am certain that Zelensky is fully informed about the existence of such mechanisms of »»»
Can Trump's midterm defeat derail Europe's far right?
Despite populist defeats elsewhere, Marine Le Pen remains a strong contender in France Paris: A decade ago, US President Donald Trump ’s victory sent a populist shock wave across the West. Now, Europe is asking whether the midterm rout of his Republican Party will send one back. European opponents »»»
'Fairly good shape': Pope Leo XIV visits Uruguay after lung cancer surgery
The 71-year-old pontiff brings message of hope on demanding three-nation tour Montevideo: Pope Leo XIV arrived in Uruguay, where he will celebrate a Mass on Saturday, as he began a 12-day tour of South America in "fairly good shape." Leo's sixth international tour takes him to the continent that he»»»
Scientists map one of world's largest known coral colonies
Sydney, Australia: Scientists have mapped a 1.56-km-long coral colony along the outer reef of Australia's remote Cocos (Keeling) Islands, making it one of the largest known coral colonies ever recorded. The rose coral (Pachyseris) colony occupies the outer reef slope between depths of 14 and 65 met»»»
Saudi Arabia launches training program to prepare Hajj mission leaders for 2027 season
RIYADH: The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a training program for members of Hajj mission offices and group leaders ahead of the 2027 pilgrimage season. The program’s 11 tracks are designed to strengthen participants’ leadership and operational skills to help them better serve pilgrims fro»»»
11,587 held for residency, labor, border violations
RIYADH: Saudi authorities arrested 11,587 people in one week for violating residency, labor and border security regulations. Of those arrested, 6,043 violated residency laws, 3,191 attempted to cross the border illegally, and 2,353 committed labor-related violations. Border authorities apprehended »»»
Kenya says 6 Ebola patients recover, 1 under treatment
Nairobi, Kenya: Kenya's Ministry of Health said Friday that six Ebola patients have recovered after testing negative for the virus, and only one patient remains under treatment. No new Ebola case or community transmission of the highly contagious hemorrhagic fever has been reported in the country i»»»
Report: Deep Rift in Trump Administration Over Ending Iran War or Resuming Large-Scale Attacks
The Wall Street Journal has revealed intensifying rifts within President Donald Trump’s administration regarding the future of the war with Iran, as his advisors vie to influence his decision whether to bring the conflict to an end or to resume large-scale military operations. The newspaper reports»»»
Gold prices fall by 250 Syrian Pounds in local markets
Damascus, Nov 7, (SANA) The price of one gram of 21-karat gold in the Syrian market fell by 250 Syrian pounds compared with its price last Thursday. According to a bulletin issued by the General Authority for Precious Metals Management on Saturday, one gram of 21-karat gold was priced at 16,600 Syr»»»
Iran:Qatar Proposes Hormuz Reopening Deal Tied to Nuclear In...
By Staff, Agencies Qatar is seeking to broker a deal between Iran and the United States that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for Tehran allowing International Atomic Energy Agency [IAEA] inspectors to visit its bombed nuclear facilities, including sites holding highly enriched uranium»»»
Burgas Warns Eurovision 2027 Fans of Fake Ticket OffersOpinions
The Municipality of Burgas has cautioned Eurovision 2027 fans against misleading offers and unofficial ticket sales ahead of the song contest, which the Bulgarian seaside city will host next May. Municipal officials have urged people planning to attend the event to be extremely careful and not to t»»»
Dutch Centre for Paediatric Oncology Collaborates with Two Bulgarian Hospitals
The Princess Maxima Center for Pediatric Oncology based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, is launching a long-term collaboration with two paediatric oncology centres in Bulgaria: Tsaritsa Yoanna - ISUL in Sofia and UMHAT Sveti Georgi in Plovdiv, South Central Bulgaria, the Dutch organization reported on»»»
Nearly 20,000 OFWs reached as Philippine government holds fourth OFW Serbisyo Caravan in Dubai
Philippine government agencies bring more than 50 services closer to UAE-based Filipinos Dubai: Nearly 20,000 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) have been reached through the Philippine government’s service caravans in Dubai, as the fourth leg of the “Bagong Bayani ng Mundo: OFW Serbisyo Caravan” bro»»»
United States:Trump Names Immigration Hardliner Miller as Ch...
By Staff, Agencies US President Donald Trump has appointed Stephen Miller, the architect of his hardline immigration policies, as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles just days after Republicans suffered major losses in the midterm elections. Announcing the decision Friday, Trump descr»»»
Singapore Airlines plans more room for premium seats, including largest double-bed in sky
Singapore Airlines Ltd. plans to spend more than S$2 billion ($1.6 billion) renovating its long-haul aircraft, including putting in sofas in first class, as the company bets flyers will continue to splurge on air travel despite high ticket prices. The overhaul will result in the carrier carving out»»»
Al Adeid service allows users to report threats and negative behaviour
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has highlighted the Al Adeid Service on the Metrash app, which allows users to submit complaints directly to the Preventive Security Department. In a social media post, the ministry said the service enables users to report matters related to public morali»»»